Change Car Shock Absorbers Mazda 626

Change Car Shock Absorbers

Easy 1h30–5h00 ~150–500£
Estimated time 1h30–5h00
Estimated labour cost ~150–500£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
626 1987-1992 2
  • 2.0 8V Petrol (FE)
  • 2.2i 12V Petrol (F2)
626 1992-1997 2
  • 2.0i 16V Petrol (FS)
  • 2.5i V6 24V Xerxes Petrol (KL)
626 1997-2003 1
  • 2.0 HP Petrol (FS)
Renew both front shock absorbers 1h30–5h00
Renew both rear shock absorbers 2h30–4h00

What is the function of Mazda 626 shock absorbers?

The shock absorber controls the relative movement between the wheel and the vehicle body. This control is essential for good road holding, preventing loss of grip between the tyres and the road surface, and ensuring passenger comfort.

When should you change the Mazda 626 shock absorbers?

Shock absorber wear is gradual. Warning symptoms include: vehicle sensitive to crosswinds, increased braking distance, difficulty maintaining trajectory in curves, vehicle bouncing excessively over bumps, uneven tyre wear. Replace between 80,000 and 150,000 km. Always replace in pairs.

Is it difficult to change Mazda 626 shock absorbers?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (spring compressors for McPherson struts, torque wrench). A wheel alignment is recommended after the work.

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4 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
626 1983-1987 1983-1987 2.0 8V Petrol (FE), 2.0i 8V GT Petrol (FE) Petrol
626 1987-1992 1987-1992 1.8 12V Petrol (F8), 2.0 8V Petrol (FE), 2.2i 12V Petrol (F2) Petrol
626 1992-1997 1992-1997 2.0i 16V Petrol (FS), 2.5i V6 24V Xerxes Petrol (KL) Petrol
626 1997-2003 1997-2003 2.0 HP Petrol (FS) Petrol

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